Grey Gardens

When visiting Spokane over the past few years, we always found ourselves in what would turn out to be our 'hood when we moved here. It's a gorgeous, lush, intricate neighborhood full of parks, playgrounds, historical sites, neighborhood coffee houses, ice cream shops, water parks, a new co-op, health food store and gardens. Lots and lots of gardens.

Duncan Garden has always been our favorite so when we found our house that is a scant two blocks away we were beyond thrilled.

Duncan Garden, Spokane (soggy and gray)

Not only were we fortunate enough to find a great place in the neighborhood of our dreams but we get to walk the First Grader to and from school through the Manito gardens every day. The most difficult challenge is which garden to walk through.

So many gardens, so few school days in the week.

Best Laid Plans

"I can hardly wait
To see you come of age
But I guess we'll both just have to be patient
Cause it's a long way to go
A hard row to hoe
Yes it's a long way to go
But in the meantime
Before you cross the street
Take my hand
Life is just what happens to you
While you're busy making other plans"
~ John Lennon, "Beautiful (Darling) Boy"

Truer words have never been spoken.

In the light of adversity, sometimes the Universe hands you a wonderful reminder that life and all the challenges that come along with it is truly worth all the trouble. 2009 was a very tough year with a lot of challenges, both self-imposed and not so self-imposed, but it was all worth it. And now, this little one, is our reward.

I love you beautiful boy. I promise I'll make you happy.

Better Late Than Never

I don't think anyone has suffered greatly while I have been absent but here I am.

Lots going on. Lots of changes. All for the better. Best.

Updates soon....in the meantime, happy new year!



And knowing how wonderful life could be after all the heartache, I'd do it all again.

Believe

May your days be merry and bright.



Happiest of holidays to you all.

Home Sweet Home

Almost there....



In the process of moving. Let me tell you...moving during the holidays adds an element of stress that boggles the mind. But it's so worth it.

See you soon, love.

And The Deed Was Done

"There's a chapel in Minneapolis
Holds the bones of a dead saint in it
And the stain glass glows from the ceiling there
It reminds me of the feeling where I first looked into your eyes
And saw the most beautiful birds fly
Straight into the sun with their wings on fire
And the deed was done."
~ Bob Schneider, "Changing My Mind"



This song is on heavy rotation in my life. Not for the sentiment of lost love but for the powerful beauty and simplicity of accepting that what is, simply, is.

I've gone through a staggering whirlwind of changes over the past year. Only to find myself right back on the path I was originally on. But stronger and more sure of my life and identity than ever before.

This song embodies that sentiment for me. The overwhelming feeling of passion and love. The soft embrace of knowing myself and knowing exactly who I am, what I want and where I'm going.

Mystery

My new obsession.



(oh, how I love covers when they're done this way.)